Philodendron 'Birkin' Live Plant
4" Pot
$27.00
Sale price
$27.00
Regular price
Free shipping included
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Philodendron 'Birkin' Live Plant
$27.00
Sale price
$27.00
Regular price
Free shipping included
Light Bright, indirect lightCare ModeratePets Not pet-safe
What arrives: your plant, rooted in soil in its 4" nursery pot. Pot size is the pot's diameter, not the plant's height — a larger pot generally means an older, larger plant. Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count.
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Free delivery, continental U.S. Packed and dispatched in 1–4 business days (we ship Monday–Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend); standard transit is then typically 3–7 business days. Heat packs are not included automatically — for cold-weather deliveries (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order. In extreme heat or cold we may hold your order until it is safe to ship, and will let you know. Shipping details
Philodendron 'Birkin' is an elegant, compact, non-vining Philodendron whose dark green leaves are finely pinstriped in creamy white — growing more variegated as the plant matures. A tidy, upright collector's favorite.
The Philodendron 'Birkin' wows with creamy pinstripes streaking across each deep green leaf. Polished and modern, it's a favorite for stylish desks and shelves and a true conversation starter.
Why choose Philodendron 'Birkin'
- Striking, tropical foliage that makes a statement
- Grows into a full, leafy, upright plant
- Pushes out bold new leaves as it matures
Looks best: floor or low plant stand.
What you receive
- One live Philodendron 'Birkin', rooted in soil in a 3", 4" or 6" nursery pot (pick a size above).
- Nursery pot and soil included; a decorative planter only if you select one.
- Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count within the pot size you choose; we do not publish measured shipping heights.
Will it suit your home?
- Botanical name: Philodendron 'Birkin'
- Light: Bright, indirect (brighter light keeps variegation vivid); no harsh direct sun
- Water: when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.
- Difficulty: Moderate — a little more light-hungry and slower-growing.
- Growth style: Upright, self-heading tropical aroid.
- Mature size: Grows into a full, upright plant over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Not pet-safe — toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Keep out of reach of pets.
Good fit: Philodendron and aroid fans · Bright, indirect-light spots · People who enjoy watching a plant grow and mature · Statement-foliage lovers · Collectors who can give it a bit more light.
Think twice if: Homes where pets may chew leaves — it is toxic to cats and dogs · Very dark rooms · Anyone who tends to overwater plants · Shoppers wanting a trailing or hanging plant.
Delivery and arrival help
- Ships free within the continental U.S. from a greenhouse in Florida or California, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil.
- Dispatched within 1–4 business days, Monday to Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend; standard transit is typically 3–7 business days after that.
- Heat packs are not included automatically: in cold weather (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order, and in extreme cold or heat we may hold the order until it is safe to ship — we will let you know.
- If it arrives dead, severely damaged, or significantly different from the description, email photos of the plant and packaging to info@shopfloridaplant.com within 48 hours of delivery for a full refund or a free replacement (refund policy).
- Give your plant a few days to settle in; minor cosmetic marks from transit are normal.
Care and common questions
- Light: Bright, indirect light keeps Philodendron 'Birkin' looking its best and helps its variegation stay bright. It can take medium light, but variegated plants prefer brighter (still indirect) light. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
- Watering: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry — it likes to dry out a bit between waterings rather than stay soggy. Empty any saucer so the roots don't sit in water.
- Humidity: Loves higher humidity as a tropical aroid, but adapts to normal household humidity; extra humidity supports lush, healthy growth.
- Temperature: Typical room temperatures (roughly 65–85°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and heating or AC vents.
- Soil: A chunky, well-draining aroid mix (potting soil with bark and perlite) in a pot with drainage.
- Habit: Grows upright into a full, bushy plant — no moss pole needed; rotate it now and then for even, balanced growth.
- Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Pruning: Trim to shape anytime; stem cuttings with a node root easily in water.
- Care tip: If lower leaves yellow or it looks sparse, check that it isn't overwatered and give it bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Philodendron 'Birkin'?
Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry. It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does Philodendron 'Birkin' need?
Bright, indirect light keeps Philodendron 'Birkin' looking its best and helps its variegation stay bright. It can take medium light, but variegated plants prefer brighter (still indirect) light. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Is Philodendron 'Birkin' pet safe?
No. Philodendron 'Birkin' is considered toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Why is my Philodendron 'Birkin' losing its variegation?
Check the light first — variegated aroids push out greener leaves in low light, so move it to brighter, indirect light and prune fully green stems back to a variegated node. If the mix is also staying wet, let it dry more between waterings; a struggling plant drops variegation too.